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Avatar for KMA Drywall Contracting, Inc.
KMA Drywall Contracting, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom was great. As his job proceeded there were plumbing problems, but he worked around the plumbers. His price is fair, he was dependable, clean, and respectful of my house. I have another drywall project and I plan on hiring Tom again."
Drywall
Water damage
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for PV Painting and Decorating, Inc.
PV Painting and Decorating, Inc.
5.0(
309
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired PV Painting to paint and do some drywall repair on the interior walls of my home. Petar, the owner, did an outstanding job. He arrived on time every day. He took great care of my home. He covered my furniture and floors before starting work. He used good paint products. He cleaned up at the end of every day. He left matching paint for us; a very nice touch. Petar's skills in painting and drywall are exceptional. I could easily see Petar takes great pride in his work. He was friendly and professional in all my dealings. I did end up adding more work to my project while he was here and he graciously accommodated me. I really appreciated that. I would not hesitate to hire him again!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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WNY Engineering and Construction Management
4.5(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jose and his crew were a pleasure to work with. Not only did they do a great job on the drywall, they also put in new hardwood flooring and a beautiful staircase. Very happy with the price and workmanship"
Team at work.
Two story construction.
Roofing for two story addition.
Interior shot of two story construction.
Team framing the roof.

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Prime Contracting WNY
Prime Contracting WNY
5.0(
9
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prime contracting has completed several projects around my home. Dry wall, painting, roof/leak repair and light fixtures. I have two more major projects drywall and siding that Prime Contracting will be completing soon! Thank you, so much and I'll be contacting you soon!"
Insurance repair
Insurance repair
Insurance repair
Insurance repair
Insurance repair

+251

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Nickel City Repair
Nickel City Repair
4.5(
36
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roger was great! He did some drywall ceiling repair from a roof leak. He kept in touch while awaiting for payment from the roofing company. He arrived when he said he would. Meticulous workmanship and very personable. I will call on Roger next time I need a project completed."
Handymen Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
drywall hanging and finishing.
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+21

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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JRC Improvement
5.0(
7
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had the absolute best experience choosing JRC Improvement for a complete living room ceiling takedown and install. Any drywall work is always messy, however, Jason sealed off my living room so well, it truly contained the expected dust. Jason was prompt, professional and knowledgeable. After completing the entire ceiling, he primed, and painted beautifully. The craftsmanship and attention to detail he used, led to the entire project exceeding expectations. My ceiling is flawless, and he also installed a brand new fan. Extremely easy to work with, Jason, restored my faith in contractors. I would without hesitation, recommend Jason, and JRC Improvement for any home project!"
Drywall ceiling repair
Drywall ceiling repair
Drywall patches
Drywall patches
Drywall patches

+16

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Duggan Home Services
4.7(
14
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have 7+ years of experience. From changing a lightbulb to a finished basement we do it all! No job is too small services offered include just about everything you could need done at your home. Your satisfaction is our goal in all of your projects. Click to request a quote today!

Wooden fence/gate repair
Wooden fence/gate repair
Wooden fence/gate repair
Wooden fence/gate repair
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

It doesn’t matter which way you lay drywall, and you can choose to install it horizontally or vertically depending on the size of the wall and how tall the ceiling is. It’s easier to lay drywall sheets vertically if you have a taller ceiling, but laying sheets horizontally makes it easier to apply joint compound.

To hide drywall edges, you need to properly apply drywall tape and multiple layers of joint compound. These materials hide the seams between drywall sheets and fill the holes from drywall screws, leaving behind a smooth, flat finish to paint over. Apply joint compound smoothly, and finish the job by sanding the walls to make sure you fully hide drywall edges and other imperfections.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

Costs depend on damage size, labor rates, and whether additional services like painting are required.

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